Nutrition 1322 Exam 1 Questions with Correct
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Nutrition
the science that studies how nutrients & compounds in foods nourish & affect body functions
& health
Essential Nutrients
carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, & water
Organic vs. Inorganic Nutrients
organic- contains carbon atoms (vitamins)
inorganic- no carbon (minerals)
Macronutrient vs Micronutrient
macronutrient- energy-yielding nutrients needed in HIGHER amnts
micronutrient- needed in SMALL amnts
Energy values of nutrients
carbs- 1g = 4 kcals
proteins- 1g = 4kcals
fats- 1g = 9kclas
alcohol- 1g = 7kcals
water, vitamins, & minerals = 0kcals
3 components of "philosophy that works" of a healthy diet
balance, variety, & moderation
, Phytochemicals
chemicals in plant-based foods that are not nutrients but that have effects on the body (strong
in color)
Nutrient Density
more nutrients per calories
Energy Density
foods that are high in energy but low in weight/volume
Overnutrition (obesity)
excess nutrients &/or calories in diet
Undernutrition
state of inadequate nutrition
Malnourished (mal = bad)
long-term outcome of consuming a diet that doesn't meet nutrient needs
Daily Value (DV)
recommended daily amount of a nutrient; used on food labels to help people see how a food
fits into their diet
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
recommended daily intakes of a nutrient for healthy people; specific for an individual
DV vs. RDA
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Nutrition
the science that studies how nutrients & compounds in foods nourish & affect body functions
& health
Essential Nutrients
carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, & water
Organic vs. Inorganic Nutrients
organic- contains carbon atoms (vitamins)
inorganic- no carbon (minerals)
Macronutrient vs Micronutrient
macronutrient- energy-yielding nutrients needed in HIGHER amnts
micronutrient- needed in SMALL amnts
Energy values of nutrients
carbs- 1g = 4 kcals
proteins- 1g = 4kcals
fats- 1g = 9kclas
alcohol- 1g = 7kcals
water, vitamins, & minerals = 0kcals
3 components of "philosophy that works" of a healthy diet
balance, variety, & moderation
, Phytochemicals
chemicals in plant-based foods that are not nutrients but that have effects on the body (strong
in color)
Nutrient Density
more nutrients per calories
Energy Density
foods that are high in energy but low in weight/volume
Overnutrition (obesity)
excess nutrients &/or calories in diet
Undernutrition
state of inadequate nutrition
Malnourished (mal = bad)
long-term outcome of consuming a diet that doesn't meet nutrient needs
Daily Value (DV)
recommended daily amount of a nutrient; used on food labels to help people see how a food
fits into their diet
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
recommended daily intakes of a nutrient for healthy people; specific for an individual
DV vs. RDA
